Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Paralegal Studies – E-Discovery
Discover a New Field with Our Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies – E-Discovery
The practice of law in the United States is as old as our country but is rapidly changing as technology grows. Advancements in technology must be met by advances in discovery, which has created an increasing demand for paralegals who are specially trained in e-discovery. Our Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Paralegal Studies with a specialization in e-discovery can prepare you to be an asset to a law firm as part of your future career.
Law firms are branching out and looking to change their approach to the discovery of evidence related to different cases. Evidence gathering, data management, and other related information technology skills are essential in this booming field. Our degree can help you contribute to the shaping and growth of this new and exciting area of law.
Our paralegal studies bachelor’s degree can be completed 100% online – meaning you can expand your skill set and earn a valuable credential while remaining committed to your job, family, and community. Time is an asset, and our flexible programs allow you to use yours in a way that fits your current responsibilities.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s B.S. in Paralegal Studies – E-Discovery Program?
- Application of e-discovery best practices
- Collection of digital evidence
- Data management methods
- E-discovery case management, guidelines, and tools
- Use and storage of digital evidence
This program can teach you to apply e-discovery practices to document collection and cataloging as well as apply Christian worldview principles to management responsibilities. Your courses will articulate data management methods governed by e-discovery guidelines and the laws and legal context impacting the collection and use of digital evidence. You can learn to define e-discovery case management procedures as they apply to law office practices, describe the impact of e-discovery on the legal system and practice of law, and master the tools necessary to support e-discovery case management.
Occupational tasks you can learn include confidentiality as applied to e-discovery case management. This program also covers the relationship between e-discovery and digital forensics as well as the different types of digital evidence. Your professors will explain e-discovery methods within the context of civil and criminal practice, logistics associated with e-discovery and data management, and how forensics is used in the e-discovery process. You can prepare to identify the best e-discovery practices for the collection and storage of e-discovery materials.
Potential Careers for E-Discovery Graduates
- Data management specialist
- E-discovery specialist
- Law assistant
- Law secretary
- Paralegal
Benefits of Pursuing Your B.S. in Paralegal Studies – E-Discovery with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- You can complete this Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies – E-Discovery degree program in as little as 3.5 years!
- Attain expertise in a rapidly growing field and be at the forefront of shaping the field as it expands.
- Become an asset to a law firm and help them streamline their information discovery practices.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
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Experience That Matters to You
As an accredited Christian college with a 7,000-acre campus in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty University offers you an education that is both academically challenging and rooted in a biblical worldview.
At Liberty, you’ll benefit from 35+ years of learning, growing, adapting, and innovating for the distance learner — and more than a decade of researching the needs of the online student. You can be confident that we’ve taken the time to learn what’s important to you.
And what’s that?
- Affordability
- Accessibility
- Academic Quality
These important factors challenged us to find new financial solutions, get ahead of industry trends, and blaze trails into cutting-edge career fields — and it’s paid off. That’s the difference experience makes.
Ranked in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America and recognized by multiple institutions for academic quality, affordability, and accessibility.
Why Choose Liberty University?
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Choose from a wide variety of programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level, most of which are 100% online*. With an 8-week format and 8 start dates per year, it’s easy to fit your courses around your schedule!
* Some exclusions apply. Please refer to our exclusions page for more information.
Maximize Your Time
Start and finish your degree faster! Liberty requires no standardized testing for admission, and you can transfer previous course credit — transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree and up to 50% of a master’s, postgraduate, or doctoral degree — or discover how your life, career, or military experience may count toward your college degree.
Grow in Your Faith
All of our courses are taught from a Christian perspective, and our faculty see themselves as mentors. Our mission is to Train Champions for Christ — we’re committed to championing you as you study to go further in your field, become a leader in your industry, or start a new career.
Access Academic Support
Throughout your educational journey, you will have access to academic resources that will aid in the completion of your degree. Services include our Jerry Falwell Library, writing center, tutoring, study aids, IT assistance, 30+ tutorial videos, live webinars, and personalized help from our academic advising team.
An Online Education with On-Campus Benefits
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Graduate with your peers
Be inspired by world-renowned
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As a nonprofit (not-for-profit) university, Liberty is in the business of training skilled professionals to make a difference in the world – not gaining profit, revenue, or producing dividends for shareholders. In keeping with our commitment to your education, we invest our resources back into degree programs and into your student experience.
While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university and has not increased tuition for 9 straight years. Lower tuition means less student loan debt for students.
For Liberty University, nonprofit is more than a status; it is a valuable opportunity to invest in the lives of students who will go out and impact the world.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
Nearly 80% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid. Virginia residents may qualify for additional aid — learn more!
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you pay only a portion of your balance up front. You submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay the remaining balance for your classes.
Tuition Discounts
Qualified military service members, veterans, and their spouses can receive up to 55% off their tuition rate for eligible programs!
Contact one of our Admissions Counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
